Super Bowl Domination

Chapter 1040: Storm
Oh!
The entire Arrowhead Stadium cried out in surprise, their hearts stopped beating for a moment, their scalps went numb, and they held their heads in disbelief as they watched the scene before them.

Drop the ball!

Surprisingly, the ball was dropped!
Since the second half, the Baltimore Ravens' aggressive counterattack has not ended, because Harbaugh knows they have no way out. The gap in the first half is too big and they have no time to plan slowly.

It has to start with the special teams.

Similarly, the Kansas City Chiefs also sensed the strong impact from their opponents, and Reid sent rookie wide receiver Hardman to the field as a returner to engage in confrontation in the special teams phase, trying to gain more initiative for themselves.

This time, the Baltimore Ravens were even better, with a brilliant kickoff tactic in which the kicker deliberately kicked the football high and deep, with the landing point controlled extremely accurately, about ten yards in front of the end zone.

The location is a bit awkward.

If Hardman doesn't catch the ball, the football could roll into the end zone and automatically win the kickoff position at the 25-yard line, but it could also land at the front of the end zone.

If Hardman catches the ball, the return position is too deep and the football stays in the air for a long time, giving the Baltimore Ravens special team enough time to get close.

This was an excellent kickoff, and the Kansas City Chiefs special teams were faced with a difficult problem. No matter what the returner chose, they would face a severe test.

Hardman chose to catch the ball and started to attack back, but was double-teamed by the Baltimore Ravens and was tackled to the end. The football broke free from Hardman's arms.

Drop the ball!

crisis!

The whole audience was stunned.

At this time, if the Baltimore Ravens controlled the ball, then Mahomes and Levi could only stay on the sidelines and watch Jackson come on the court again. After completing the ball possession conversion, the Baltimore Ravens had the opportunity to continue to chase points and narrow the gap.

This is football, one chance can completely turn the situation upside down.

Moreover, Harbaugh is indeed showing Belichick's style, starting with the special teams, relying on details to reverse the passivity and exerting pressure in all directions.

The entire Arrowhead Stadium was briefly in shock and stunned, and its breath was cut off.

At the critical moment, Hardman burst out with incredible energy, launched a counter-attack on the spot, and took control of the football before the opponent got his hands on it.

call!
The whole audience exclaimed, let out a long breath, and their hearts returned to their chests.

Although Hardman dropped the ball, his secondary reaction was timely enough to redeem himself, regain control of the ball in time, and pull the team back from the brink.

The ball is still in the hands of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Hubble shook his head in frustration. He was so close, so close to success.

However, Harbaugh reacted immediately, constantly clapping and applauding the special teams, and shouting to affirm their performance. This is the spirit and temperament that the Baltimore Ravens need.

“The pressure is reaching new heights.”

"Although the Baltimore Ravens failed to complete the ball conversion this time, Harbaugh's team once again succeeded in making the Kansas City Chiefs sweat."

"The second half was even more severe and tense than the start of the first half. The Baltimore Ravens pressed from all sides, with waves of attack after wave. The constant pressure was destroying the balance of the game."

"Sure enough, the Baltimore Ravens have proven their competitiveness with practical actions. Even if they are behind in the game now, they still have the ability to turn the situation around. Do you know what this reminds me of?"

"The Kansas City Chiefs during the 2017 season."

“The team has strength and fighting spirit. Maybe it is not mature enough overall, but the explosive power it shows in difficult situations is enough to scare any team.”

"The situation is very tricky, very, very difficult."

"Hardman controlled the ball and the Kansas City Chiefs offense got a chance; but the starting position of the offense seven yards in front of the end zone was particularly tricky."

"The Baltimore Ravens' special team's amazing kickoff created the biggest advantage for their defense, and they had already taken the lead even without getting the ball."

"It all depends on how the Kansas City Chiefs respond."

Hardman was a little shocked.

Although he controlled the ball in the final moments and avoided a complete disaster, Hardman will not forget that he was the cause of this disaster.

Originally, he dreamed of making a stunning return for a kickoff like Levi did in the 2017 season opener against the New England Patriots, and then making a splash and being showered with applause. But what happened?
They almost lost the ball, but even if they didn't, it still put the team in trouble.

Hardman was not happy at all and was just immersed in regret.

Someone tapped him on the shoulder and Hardman looked up suddenly.

What came into view was Levi's face with a faint smile.

"Kid, you don't think the Baltimore Ravens are that vulnerable, do you?"

Haha.

The corners of his mouth curled up slightly, and without saying anything else, Levi held his head high, chest puffed out, took light steps, and called on the offensive team to come on stage.

Hardman stood there, lost in thought:

When will he be able to be as calm and composed as Levi, who seems to have the answer to any difficulties and storms?

"Hardeman!"

Kelsey turned around and called out to him, and Hardman finally reacted. He quickly took a series of small steps into the field and returned to the role of wide receiver.

He understood the truth, but his mind was in a mess and he couldn't calm down for a while.

But he didn't expect that Levi patted his shoulder and said, "Focus."

Hardman quickly stood at attention and looked at Levi respectfully.

Levi, "Come, watch us perform a magic trick for those Crow kids."

Hardman looked at the light in Levi's eyes and couldn't help but straighten his back.

Both sides lined up again.

It can be seen at a glance that the Baltimore Ravens' defense is in high spirits. In the continuous collisions since the second half, they have always been one step ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs. Although the score is only close to a touchdown, the entire game situation is indeed tilting towards the Baltimore Ravens.

Now, the defense is ready.

No matter whether the opponent is Levi or Mahomes, they will kill all the gods and destroy all the obstacles in front of them in one go.

That powerful momentum completely suppressed the Kansas Chief.

Since today's game, the Kansas City Chiefs' offense has been performing well. Even if the starting position of the offense is unfavorable, they can always find a solution and even seize the invisible gap to subvert the situation.

So this time, what are the Kansas City Chiefs going to do? Pass the ball or run it?

The Baltimore Ravens don't care.

Harbaugh refused to be led by the nose any longer. He was ready to take the initiative and let the defense team take the lead.

Pressure. Pass rush. Raid.

In the first wave of defense in the second half, the Baltimore Ravens relied on high-intensity front-line pressure to create damage and ultimately disrupted the Kansas City Chiefs' plans.

Now, Hubble is ready to continue.

The wind and rain are coming hard and the temperature is still rising.

Before the formation, the defensive line and linebackers have quietly moved forward, the cornerbacks and safeties have also moved forward, and the entire defensive line has tightened.

How about it, are you scared?

Next, will the Baltimore Ravens go with a four-man rush or a six-man rush? Up the middle, blindside, or somewhere else? What about pressure tactics?

Don't worry, Mahomes, they'll be gentle this time.

(End of this chapter)